What is the cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Ballater?

The cheapest way to get from Stonehaven to Ballater is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Ballater?

The fastest way to get from Stonehaven to Ballater is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Stonehaven and Ballater?

No, there is no direct bus from Stonehaven to Ballater. However, there are services departing from Barclay Street and arriving at Ballater via Shiprow and Aberdeen Pittodrie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Stonehaven to Ballater?

The distance between Stonehaven and Ballater is 67 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

How do I travel from Stonehaven to Ballater without a car?

The best way to get from Stonehaven to Ballater without a car is to bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £4 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Stonehaven to Ballater?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Stonehaven to Ballater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stonehaven to Ballater bus from?

Stonehaven to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Barclay Street station.

Where does the Stonehaven to Ballater bus arrive?

Stonehaven to Ballater bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Union Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stonehaven to Ballater?

Yes, the driving distance between Stonehaven to Ballater is 40 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Stonehaven to Ballater.

Where can I stay near Ballater?

There are 131+ hotels available in Ballater.

Stonehaven to Ballater - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Stonehaven to Ballater by bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 4m
£5–98
Bus via Barclay Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barclay Street to Union Square Bus Stationbus X7
2. Take the bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballaterbus Ember
3h 22m
£4–28
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Stonehaven to Ballatercar 39.9 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stonehaven to Ballatertaxi 39.9 mi
49 min
£85–110

Stonehaven to Ballater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Stonehaven to Ballater.

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Distance: 66.1 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Stonehaven, Scotland and Ballater, Scotland?

Ember operates a bus from Aberdeen Pittodrie to Ballater twice daily. Tickets cost £1–24 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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